If You Don’t Quit, You Don’t Fail: Henry Hernandez on Perseverance, Faith, and Business
Release Date: 01/22/2026
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info_outlineIn this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Henry Hernandez discusses the harsh reality of business failure and emphasizes the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship. He highlights that while many businesses fail, the key to success lies in not giving up and continuing to push forward despite challenges.
Takeaways:
- Most people who start businesses are gonna fail.
- The difference is people's why.
- The only way that you can fail in a business is if you quit.
- If you don't quit, you don't fail. Period.
- You just got to keep going.
- You can't stop.
- An open door is eventually going to come.
- Success requires perseverance and resilience.
- Understanding your motivation is crucial.
- Failure is part of the journey, not the end.
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